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Research could offer new hope to leukemia patients

Mon, 12/09/2019 - 00:45

A UWindsor biologist’s research into fighting life-threatening infection aims to give new hope to leukemia patients receiving bone marrow transplants.

Film professor documents sweet and sour sides to Christmas

Mon, 12/09/2019 - 00:44

Film professor Tony Lau produced A Sweet and Sour Christmas, a short documentary released Friday on the CBC Gem streaming service.

Bookstore offering savings on fun and games

Mon, 12/09/2019 - 00:42

Save 20 per cent off the price of all games, puzzles, and general reading books in the Campus Bookstore through Dec. 23.

Campus food outlets revise hours for exam period

Mon, 12/09/2019 - 00:40

Food Services has released revised hours of operation for this week.

Christmas traditions old and new for international students

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:04

The International Student Centre held a Christmas party Thursday.

Design deadline approaching for greeting card orders

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:03

Getting a greeting card through the University Print Shop means one less thing to worry about during the most wonderful time of the year.

Dash through the snow for an EPIC networking event

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:02

WEtech Alliance president Yvonne Pilon is the guest of honour for an EPICentre networking event Dec. 19.

#UWinProud campaign recognizes top contributor to the Adopt-a-family program

Fri, 12/06/2019 - 00:01

As the top contributor to this year’s Adopt-a-Family campaign, Information Technology Services will receive a free coffee break Dec. 13.

Vigil to honour slain women

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 00:49

A vigil Friday at the Memorial of Hope will honour the 14 women killed in the 1989 École Polytéchnique massacre.

Community cause opens hearts and wallets on campus

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 00:48

Departments and individuals across campus donated more than $27,000 in gifts to local families in need.

Biology grad student creates viral holiday coding guide

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 00:47

Kiirsti Owen has drawn thousands of viewers to the website for her R Advent Calendar.

Session offers training in preparing plant-based meals

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 00:46

Join chefs from Food and Catering Services for a session on creating plant-based foods Friday, Dec. 20.

Carol knowledge earns concert tickets for contestant

Thu, 12/05/2019 - 00:44

Janet Collins won two free tickets to the Festival of Christmas choral concert, Dec. 7 and 8 in the Heritage Auditorium, Assumption Hall.

Exam care packages to help put students to sleep

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:44

“Get Ahead” headphones distributed to students through the exam period are aimed at helping them relax and sleep.

Agency celebrates success of exercise program for people with an intellectual disability

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:43

Officials, volunteers, and participants gathered Tuesday to celebrate Fit Together, an exercise program for adults with an intellectual disability.

Trivia contest puts seasonal spirit up for grabs

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:41

Win tickets to the Festival of Christmas choral concert in the DailyNews trivia quiz contest.

Student entrepreneurs to present businesses like Dragon’s Den

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:40

High school students will pitch their business ideas at an event Thursday organized by the UWindsor chapter of Enactus.

Santa serving up ho-ho-holiday breakfast

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:39

Students can get a free breakfast today in the student centre.

Performances to showcase drama students’ acting chops

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:38

Drama students will show some of what they have learned in free performances for the campus community this week.

Play explores relationship between stories and worldview

Wed, 12/04/2019 - 00:36

Michael K. Potter of the Centre for Teaching and Learning directs The Pillowman for the Post Productions theatre company